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Located just to the north of downtown Atlanta, Sandy Springs is a busy metropolitan area with convenient access to the Northside Hospital and Emory University Hospital, the number one ranked hospital in Georgia. The city offers lots of things for seniors to see and do, including the Heritage Sandy Springs Museum, the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area and the Lost Corner Preserve.
There are five assisted living communities located in downtown Sandy Springs. These communities have an average monthly living cost of $3,750. The actual cost of assisted living communities varies depending on the number of amenities, the types of care provided and where the facility is located within the city.
Note: Data for Sandy Springs was unavailable, so data for the nearest area, the Atlanta Area, was used instead.
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According to the 2019 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the monthly cost of an assisted living facility in Sandy Springs is $3,750. This is $301 less than the national average and $451 higher than the national average. Compared to neighboring states, the cost of care in Alpharetta is less than the Tennessee average of $3,900, but more than Alabama ($3,250), Florida ($3,500) and South Carolina ($3,500).
Comparing the cost of care in Sandy Springs, the monthly cost is $3,750, which is more than most cities in the state. Warner Robbins ($2,300), Rome ($3,252), Augusta ($2,800), Valdosta ($3,655) and the Athens Area ($3,500) cost less. Brunswick is the only city with a higher monthly average of $6,000.
The Georgia SOURCE Medicaid waiver program assists seniors who need help paying for daily care in long-term facilities. These services include medication management, transportation, meals, grooming, companionship and housekeeping. For those with very limited incomes, this program can also assist with medical and non-medical care. Learn more about this waiver, including the requirements and how to apply at our Assisted Living in Georgia page.
| Contact | Description | |
| Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging | (800) 759-2963 | The Northwest Georgia Area Agency on Aging coordinates programs and services and connects older adults with various opportunities in the area. The goal of the agency is to improve the quality of life of seniors. Programs include nutrition and fitness, games, volunteer opportunities, transportation and scheduled outings. The agency can also provide counseling on programs such as insurance and caregiver support. |
| Atlanta Veteran’s Association | (404) 656-5940 | The Atlanta VA provides services to the area military and their families. The service area includes all of Fulton County, including Sandy Springs. Veterans can sign up to receive health care, counseling, assistance locating home loans and educational opportunities. The program also ensures that prior military and their beneficiaries receive any available compensation. |
| Dorothy C. Benson Senior Multipurpose Complex | (404) 613-4900 | The Dorothy C. Benson multipurpose complex is designed for seniors ages 60 and older. It provides a safe location for socialization and opportunities. Daily activities include fitness and exercise classes, arts and crafts, games, sewing clubs, meals, transportation, lectures and weekly trips to local shopping centers and cultural events. |
| Capital Ombudsman Program | (404) 627-1057 | The Capital Ombudsman program for Fulton County addresses complaints from senior adults and their families about long-term care facilities and caregivers. The organization investigates and resolves any issues that arise and performs regular reviews of long-term care facilities to ensure that communities follow the rules. |
| Transdev Transportation Services | (404) 613-6000 | Transdev is a shared rider transportation service for seniors aged 60 and older who live in Fulton County. The service offers rides to non-emergency medical services, senior centers, health training centers and daycares. |
All assisted living communities in Georgia must abide by the rules and regulations set by the Department of Community Health. For more information on these rules and laws, check out our Assisted Living in Georgia webpage.